Alle news items van netherlandsandyou.nlnetherlandsandyou.nl - News itemshttps://www.netherlandsandyou.nl/News items op netherlandsandyou.nlnl-NLIedere vorm van hergebruik van de inhoud van deze feed is toegestaanTue, 14 Aug 2018 21:29:40 GMT5News itemsEmpowering Female Military Officers at the UNhttps://www.netherlandsandyou.nl/latest-news/news/2018/08/13/empowering-female-military-officers-at-the-unFemale Peacekeepers are of great value to peacekeeping missions worldwide. Early August, a group of 36 women from 27 countries participated in the UN Female Military Officers Course in Beijing. The course is an initiative of UN Women and is organized in close cooperation with the Chinese Peacekeeping Affair Center in Beijing. The Netherlands values such initiatives and financially supported the course.Mon, 13 Aug 2018 06:50:00 GMT5df4b6c7-868a-47b4-ae1e-2b61fcc7f069Public Noticehttps://www.netherlandsandyou.nl/latest-news/news/2018/08/10/public-noticeThe Embassy will be closed for business on 14th of August (Tuesday) on the occasion of Pakistan's Independence Day; we look forward to serving you again on 15 August (Wednesday).Fri, 10 Aug 2018 06:35:00 GMT5305667f-77ca-40d5-b54e-b8811124ce08Dutch Food Design & You | Beijing Design Week 2018https://www.netherlandsandyou.nl/latest-news/news/2018/08/09/dutch-food-design--you-beijing-design-week-2018For people worldwide, food is an important element of culture. The way we eat, what we eat, with whom we eat, food is part of our daily lives. On average, we spend over 300.000 hours of our lives with food. What if we can redefine the way we experience and think about food? For the 2018 Beijing Design Week, from September 22 to October 7, this is the challenge Dutch artists are exploring.Thu, 09 Aug 2018 07:17:00 GMT0ef3bff4-dfdd-4e91-ae64-4fed841567c0Chasing cars: e-Vehicles in Chinahttps://www.netherlandsandyou.nl/latest-news/news/2018/08/06/chasing-cars-e-vehicles-in-chinaThe development of e-vehicles draws a lot of attention. New car models, self-driving vehicles and everything that comes with the vehicles of the future. Many countries aim to push the transition to e-Vehicles, either as a part of their smart city ambitions, their transformation towards a circular economy or simply to decrease pollution levels.Mon, 06 Aug 2018 08:00:00 GMT646e4d19-a43e-4285-8a63-fbcbbbec2b46Pride: LGBTI activists share their stories in Amsterdamhttps://www.netherlandsandyou.nl/latest-news/news/2018/08/03/pride-lhbti-activists-share-their-stories-in-amsterdam-copyThe Ministry of Foreign Affairs has this week invited 12 LGBTI activists from the Middle East and Africa to the Netherlands. The activists celebrate Pride, have the opportunity to extend their network and share their personal stories. ‘I had two options: either to hide or to use the new situation to help other people.’Fri, 03 Aug 2018 12:53:00 GMT4cd7bda7-3d4c-43bd-9b48-56ff0ec04222Dutch expertise for qualitative (elderly) carehttps://www.netherlandsandyou.nl/latest-news/news/2018/08/02/dutch-expertise-for-qualitative-elderly-care“The Dutch healthcare system is simply special. It’s well-structured, efficient, and most importantly: very accessible. The Chinese healthcare sector is developing quickly, and the Dutch can help with their transformation to the next phase,” says Peter Bootsma, Counselor for Health, Welfare and Sports at the Netherlands Embassy in Beijing.Thu, 02 Aug 2018 08:00:00 GMTc198c132-4dcc-4d4c-af0b-91b935b2e6aeThe Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Belgrade, Serbia is moving to a new locationhttps://www.netherlandsandyou.nl/latest-news/news/2018/07/31/the-embassy-in-belgrade-is-moving-to-a-new-locationThe Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Belgrade, Serbia is moving to a new location in near future. More information will be available soon.Tue, 31 Jul 2018 12:32:00 GMT50bfb417-baab-4708-a1b8-d5bae47c37b0Vacancy Netherlands Foreign Investment Agency - Turkey Officehttps://www.netherlandsandyou.nl/latest-news/news/2018/07/31/vacancy-netherlands-foreign-investment-agency---turkey-officeThe Netherlands Foreign Investment Agency's Turkey Office in Istanbul is seeking candidates for the role of Senior Project Manager (Team Lead).Tue, 31 Jul 2018 11:52:00 GMT75f339ef-7ed8-45f2-a197-ec82ffb285b5The Chinese and Dutch Smart Cities of the futurehttps://www.netherlandsandyou.nl/latest-news/news/2018/07/30/smart-cities-of-the-futureIn recent years, the concept of smart cities has gained popularity quickly. Many countries are transforming their cities and investing in making them ‘smarter’. However, the actual definition of smart cities is not very clear. Some focus on sustainable development, some on technological innovation and others on the people who live there and their experience. Key seems to be that smart cities are sustainable, driven by the needs of the people who live there. To realize this, technology seems to be indispensable.Mon, 30 Jul 2018 07:04:00 GMT5d854829-90d2-4c05-ad5e-01e8e8b21602The Embassy of the Netherlands in Wellington will represent Iceland from the 1st of Augusthttps://www.netherlandsandyou.nl/latest-news/news/2018/07/30/netherlands-embassy-wellington-represents-icelandThe Embassy in Wellington is pleased to announce the Agreement on Schengen visa representation between the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of the Netherlands and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Iceland which will enter into force on the 1st of August 2018. From that date the Netherlands will represent Iceland for Schengen visa at the following locations: Wellington (New Zealand) Oranjestad (Aruba) Willemstad (Curacao) Port of Spain (Trinidad and Tobago) If you reside in New Zealand and you wish to travel to Iceland and require a Schengen visa, please make an appointment via our online booking system (link) https://www.vfsvisaonline.com/Netherlands-Global-Online-Appointment_Zone1/AppScheduling/AppWelcome.aspx?P=ShGqf9z31/Puj6+zIkX0DeUO7y7r1K1JFxTNW/VOHQA= For more information or questions please click here: https://www.netherlandsandyou.nl/travel-and-residence/visas-for-the-netherlands/applying-for-a-short-stay-schengen-visa/new-zealandSun, 29 Jul 2018 23:04:00 GMTfb49a5af-15ad-4037-9449-229cb6c70143Consular department Cairo closed 5 September 2018https://www.netherlandsandyou.nl/latest-news/news/2018/07/29/consular-department-closed-5-september-2018-kopieThe consular department of the Netherlands embassy in Cairo will be closed on the 5th of September, 2018.Sun, 29 Jul 2018 08:27:00 GMT947e6fc3-1b41-4bc6-af3b-9087dafe7b53Threat or food? The value of insectshttps://www.netherlandsandyou.nl/latest-news/news/2018/07/26/threat-or-food-the-value-of-insectsFor many people, the word ‘insects’ is associated with diseases and bad sanitary conditions. Pesticides are being uses on a daily basis to fight bug threats. At the same time, the concept of eating insects as a meat-replacement is becoming increasingly accepted. For instance, last month the Huazhong Agricultural University organized an ‘insect banquet’ and in the Netherlands already some supermarkets offer insects to their customers. Henk Sigter, Agricultural Attaché at the Embassy in Beijing, believes this interest in insects is long overdue.Thu, 26 Jul 2018 12:30:00 GMTa40616b0-9dde-4c37-beaf-bebb1beed3c8Junior Economic Officer (JEO) Position at the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlandshttps://www.netherlandsandyou.nl/latest-news/news/2018/07/25/junior-economic-officer-jeo-position-at-the-embassy-of-the-kingdom-of-the-netherlandsThe Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Albania is looking for a student or recent graduate who will work as a Junior Economic Officer at the Embassy for a period of 6 months, for the period September/October 2018 to February/March 2019. Deadline for applications: 12 August 2018. The JEO will work in the field of economic affairs, assisting in the economic analysis/reporting. The JEO will also be involved in the daily work and tasks of the Embassy, under the guidance of relevant Embassy personnel. He/she will have the opportunity to be engaged in the daily practice of working in a diplomatic environment, including participation in the organization of events, regular administration and logistical support for the regular Embassy activities. The candidate is expected to possess a high degree of independence and motivation to take on a wide variety of tasks, ranging from report drafting to operational duties. He/she should have a high level of integrity. This is a full-time position with 40 work hours per week. The selected applicant will receive a monthly remuneration. Candidate profile: University student in Economic sciences, who is either in their last year of studies, or a recent university graduate who has finished their studies not earlier than 2016-2017 academic year. Ability to research and independently write analysis and reports with high degree of independence and to communicate clearly and concisely in writing; Good ICT skills, including Outlook, Word, Excel and ability to search for and use online data Good knowledge of the general economic/business environment and developments; Being an active social media user, with knowledge of e-business, administration and maintenance of websites, profiles, blogs etc. will be considered an important asset. Excellent knowledge of the English and Albanian language, both oral and in written, is a must. Knowledge of Dutch language is considered an asset. Application and selection process: For securing a unified approach and review of all received applications, the candidates are asked to use the English version of the Euro format CV template, which can be downloaded at: http://europass.cedefop.europa.eu/en/documents/curriculum-vitae/templates-instructions Please enclose a letter of interest. Incomplete applications and applications submitted after the deadline will not be taken into consideration. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview. Deadline: The candidates should send their CV and a letter of interest in English language by e-mail to tir@minbuza.nl by 12.08.2018, 21:00h. Note: The Embassy of the Netherlands is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate based on gender, age, sexual orientation, culture, religion or color. We encourage candidates with disabilities to apply as well.Wed, 25 Jul 2018 09:06:00 GMTf711e727-f7ce-4fb3-991b-5e16e7b5fd86The book design journey: from concept to resulthttps://www.netherlandsandyou.nl/latest-news/news/2018/07/24/the-book-design-journey-from-concept-to-resultEvery book has its own story to tell. The story can be told through content, but good design transforms the story into a true experience. Especially for artists this is key. After all, how do you translate your thoughts and concepts onto paper? Some artists specialize in guiding other artists throughout this journey. For the second leg of our Best Dutch Book Design lecture series, we’ll focus on the ‘how-to’ of book design. Join our lectures in Beijing on July 28 with award winning designers Remco van Bladel and Guang Yu.Tue, 24 Jul 2018 09:00:00 GMT8373d0f4-18c2-42e2-9310-40b66039c3efExperience the best of Dutch book designhttps://www.netherlandsandyou.nl/latest-news/news/2018/07/18/experience-the-best-of-dutch-book-designWill paper books still exist in 2050? “Definitely”, says Yolanda Huntelaar, member of the jury for the Best Dutch Book Design. “After all, there’s nothing like a beautifully designed book which you can touch, experience and smell.” The Best Dutch Book Design Travelling Exhibition will kick off in Beijing soon! From July 26 to August 7, you can experience the best of Dutch book design at SKP Rendez-Vous. After the initial exhibition in Beijing the collection will tour to other cities in China during this and next year.Thu, 19 Jul 2018 10:17:00 GMT449b3bcf-806c-4518-8c0b-6418beac8d82EU-China Summit: Partners in tackling climate changehttps://www.netherlandsandyou.nl/latest-news/news/2018/07/18/eu-china-summit-partners-in-tackling-climate-changeJuly 16 marked the 20th EU-China Summit. The summit in Beijing underlined the partnership between the European Union and China. President of the European Commission Jean-Claude Juncker and President of the European Council Donald Tusk represented the European Union at the Summit. The People's Republic of China was represented by Premier Li Keqiang.Wed, 18 Jul 2018 06:32:00 GMT1a9f2a74-e274-4b7f-b613-bc28325ec0cb7 Recommendations for increased innovation pace in Health Carehttps://www.netherlandsandyou.nl/latest-news/news/2018/07/17/7-recommendations-for-increased-innovation-pace-in-health-careOn 7 March, the Forum for Health Policy, in collaboration with the Netherlands and Switzerland embassies and chambers of commerce, organized a seminar entitled "Successes and barriers for innovation in healthcare - what can we learn from three different healthcare systems?". A summary & policy recommendations are now availableTue, 17 Jul 2018 11:52:00 GMT493de5c5-c7f8-47ec-b743-7471985b9a8dAs of 1 July, Croats are free to engage in work on the labour market in the Netherlandshttps://www.netherlandsandyou.nl/latest-news/news/2018/07/03/https---ind.nl-en-news-pages-as-of-1-july-croats-free-to-engage-in-work-on-the-labour-market.aspxThe Netherlands, like many European countries, back then made use of the possibility of postponing the right of workers to freedom of movement. This on account of economic circumstances at the time in our country. A Croat was only allowed to work in the Netherlands when his employer held a valid work permit for persons from outside the European Economic Area. In 2015 this so-called transitional regime was extended for a further three years until 1 July 2018. Given the current favourable economic situation there is no reason to extend this transitional period once more. Therefore, as from 1 July 2018, Croatian citizens no longer need a work permit for persons from outside the European Economic Area to work in the Netherlands. Also, a Croat may no longer lodge an application for testing against the EU law (proof of lawful residence). A valid Croatian passport or ID card is adequate proof that a Croat is residing legally in the Netherlands and may work freely. Herewith, Croatian citizens and citizens of other EU/ EEA countries and Switzerland are on the same footing.Tue, 17 Jul 2018 08:08:00 GMTd804060f-dcd7-4452-98eb-4ca25a6d3f02Dutch Day @ China Children’s Book Expohttps://www.netherlandsandyou.nl/latest-news/news/2018/07/16/dutch-day--at--china-children%E2%80%99s-book-expoDo you still remember what your favorite book was when you were young? Perhaps it was a Dutch book. After all, Dutch characters such as Miffy or Jip and Janneke are known across the world. This week, from July 13-22, you have the opportunity to discover Dutch books in China at the China Children’s Book Expo.Mon, 16 Jul 2018 14:00:00 GMTccd10968-fb5f-41c9-b1b4-7c7f55dee144Cotonou to host Benin Investment Forum on 27 and 28 August 2018https://www.netherlandsandyou.nl/latest-news/news/2018/07/12/benin-investment-forumCotonou, the economic capital of Benin, will host on 27 and 28 August 2018 the largest event for business leaders, investors and policy makers from around the world who are interested to invest in Benin in the framework of the first edition of Benin INVESTMENT FORUM.Thu, 12 Jul 2018 11:44:00 GMTe284c53f-6f6f-4249-97c2-5b087c4c9f0c